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A Paws-perous Chinese New Year with Cat & the Fiddle

The Paws-perity Hamper from Cat & the Fiddle. Photo Credits: Cat & the Fiddle

Singapore, 2 January 2025   –  Chinese New Year celebrates the beginning of the new year on the traditional lunisolar Chinese calendar.  Chinese families across the globe herald the end of winter and the beginning of spring in preparation of heartfelt reunions. It is an opportunity for everyone to gather and spend cherished moments together, a tradition that has stood the test of time and remains as one of the most important and highly-anticipated occasions across generations.

Homes are decorated with auspicious colours for good fortune, and tables are laden with sumptuous spreads of home-cooked traditional foods and snacks that symbolise prosperity, longevity, and happiness, such as pineapple tarts and cookies. For the enchanting Year of the Snake, families and friends will be warmly welcomed with new and exciting Chinese New Year treats. Many go out of their way to seek out the tastiest treats for their guests and also as gifts. For this very reason, Cat & the Fiddle has introduced its brand-new Yuzu Pineapple Tarts, Butter Cookies and, Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Cookies.

CAT-shaped Pineapple Tarts. Photo Credits: Cat & the Fiddle

The Yuzu Pineapple Tart is irresistibly tangy, with buttery golden shells, fragrant pineapple jam, and a subtle touch of parmesan. The CAT-shaped tarts are baked to golden perfection and made for love at first bite. For fans of cheese, the Parmesan Cheese Pineapple Tarts will always be a hit. For those who enjoy a variety of choices, the golden nuggets of wealth are available in Mixed Pineapple Tarts boxes.

Butter Cookies and Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Cookies from Cat & the Fiddle. Photo Credits: Cat & the Fiddle

The adorable CAT-shaped Butter Cookies and Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Cookies are not only a feast for the eyes and a delicious treat for the palate, they are fragrant, light and crispy. These cookies are made to be a hit for all ages and spark conversations with family and friends. Crafted with the finest ingredients, each melt-in-your-mouth bite is a complete sensory experience.

An expression of gratitude through gifts

In Chinese culture, gifting is a meaningful tradition used to express gratitude and convey best wishes for the new year. A delicious gift is always welcomed and appreciated. Meticulously designed by Cat & the Fiddle, the vibrant packaging makes the best gifts for the upcoming Chinese New Year. Gift it as a single pack or as an impressive Paws-perity Hamper comprising the Mixed Pineapple Tart box, Butter Cookies, Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Cookies and a CAT plushie donning a majestic golden robe.

Halal-certified, the Chinese New Year range of products are available at Cat & the Fiddle’s e-commerce store or retail outlets. The prices of each product are as follow:

  • Yuzu Pineapple Tart – S$42.80 per 12-piece box
  • Parmesan Cheese Pineapple Tart – S$38.80 per 12-piece box 
  • Mixed Pineapple Tart – S$40.80 per 12-piece box
  • Butter Cookie – S$18.80 per tin
  • Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Cookies – S$20.80 per tin
  • Paws-perity Hamper – S$98.80 per set

For more information on Cat & the Fiddle and its current promotions, please visit the following official webpage of social media accounts:

DAZZLING FIREWORKS LIGHT UP SINGAPORE’S ICONIC SKYLINE AT MARINA BAY SINGAPORE COUNTDOWN 2025

Photo Credit: Jojo Lau - Orchid Motif

Singapore, 1 January 2025 – Singapore welcomed 2025 in spectacular fashion with a breathtaking fireworks display, along with lively celebrations, at the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown 2025 (MBSC 2025). Presented by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), this year’s celebrations marked a special milestone, as the countdown was part of the islandwide ONE Countdown celebrations commemorating Singapore’s 60th birthday (SG60).

In the hour leading up to the new year, the fireworks unfolded in four chapters and illuminated the iconic Marina Bay skyline with vibrant bursts of colours across the night sky. MBSC 2025 punctuated the ringing in of the New Year at midnight with the debut of specially curated orchid motifs, designed by the team behind STAR ISLAND.

Crowd at illumi. Photo Credits: Urban Redevelopment Authority

Festivities had earlier begun in the lead up to the new year, with magical experiences at illumi — where visitors were dazzled by nine uniquely themed worlds with larger-than-life light sculptures and immersive multimedia, and were treated to a special New Year’s Eve experience that invited them to picnic under the stars — along with captivating live performances at Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay’s Come Together, which showcased an engaging lineup of homegrown musicians.

Crowd interacting with immersive light installations on NYE. Photo Credits: Urban Redevelopment Authority

Visitors also gathered to enjoy Brightening Lives, as the inspiring light projection shows danced across the façade of The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, featuring eight meaningful artworks by artists with disabilities from ART:DIS. Presented in collaboration with philanthropic organisation The Majurity Trust, the artworks echo the values of SG60 with uplifting messages that encourage the community to reflect on what it means to thrive in Singapore.

Piece by Piece by Brennan Tay, Crystal Tay and Sophia Valerio. Photo Credits: Urban Redevelopment Authority

The Marina Bay Singapore Countdown 2025 ushered in the new year on a high, rounding up the year-end festivities as we look forward to a dynamic 2025 ahead.

Introducing Captain Multigrain Cocoa the utimate meal replacement

The new Captain Multigrain Cocoa Protein Meal Replacement is said to be the ultimate meal replacement that is as delicious as it is nutritious. Each pack delivers 13.4g of plant protein per serving, providing a clean energy boost to fuel your day. Naturally sweetened with stevia and enriched with omega-3, it offers a wholesome, guilt-free solution to satisfy hunger and enhance wellness. It is the perfect blend of taste and nutrients for an active lifestyle.

Captain Multigrain Cocoa Protein Meal Replacement includes dietary fibre from oats for healthy digestion, added chia seeds for omega-3, and rich dark cocoa powder sourced from Indonesia.

Ingredients: Isolated Soy Protein (26%), Dark Cocoa Powder (16%), Multigrain Powder (12.0%) (Millet, Red Bean, Mung Bean, Garbanzo Bean, Black Bean, Green Pea, Buckwheat, Red Rice, Lentils, Red Quinoa, Black Sesame, Chia Seed, Flax Seed, Almond, Lotus Seed), Brown Rice Powder, Chocolate Malt Ball (Barley), Oat Bran (8.0%), Oats (8.0%), Coconut Powder, Chia Seed, Stevia.

Captain Multigrain Cocoa Protein Meal Replacement capitalises on the growing trend of consumers snacking throughout the day.

Click here to buy now.

Hooray! Protein Shake Chocolate Mint now in a more sustainable bottle

Crossmax Retail Co., Ltd., the Thai functional food and beverage manufacturer, has relaunched Hooray! Protein Shake Chocolate Mint in a new eco-friendly bottle. The redesigned bottle minimizes the use of foil on the lid to cut down on plastic usage and is 100% recyclable. Hooray! Protein Shake Chocolate Mint provides 31g of protein and contains no added sucrose.

Fuel your fitness with Tofusan’s high-protein soy milk

Tofusan in Thailand has introduced a new sugar-free soy milk that boasts the natural benefits of soybeans and black sesame seeds, providing 29 grams of protein from soybeans.

This lactose-free soy milk contains sesamin, an antioxidant that helps slow down aging. It is also rich in vitamins for healthy skin. Black sesame is packed with good fats that promote healthy hair and reduce hair loss.

The sugar content listed on the label is naturally occurring from the soybeans and black sesame, which are the main ingredients. The drink is priced at THB 43 at 7-Eleven.

Tofusan is using this high-protein soy milk to cater to the needs of sports enthusiasts.

In addition to the high protein soy milk, Tofusan has recently launched Tofusan organic soy milk with boba pearls. The low-calorie boba pearls add a fun texture and make it a perfect snack for health-conscious individuals. The drink is priced at THB 30 at 7-Eleven.

Another recent release is Tofusan Taro for a delicious and satisfying taste and is priced at THB 20 at 7-Eleven.

NOB Coffee & Eatery offers Dubai Chocolate-inspired cake and croissant

Dubai Chocolate Cake with Pistachio Kunafa. Image credit: NOB Coffee & Eatery

NOB Coffee & Eatery in Indonesia has introduced a series of pastries inspired by Dubai chocolate. One of the highlights is the Dubai Chocolate Cake with Pistachio Kunafa, transforming the iconic chocolate bar into a delicious cake you simply can’t miss.

The Dubai Chocolate Pyramid Croissant. Image credit: NOB Coffee & Eatery

Another standout dessert is the Dubai Chocolate Pyramid Croissant, which features layers of flaky, buttery croissant dough wrapped around rich choco pistachio nut on top and pistachio kunafa.

NOB Coffee & Eatery operates 11 outlets in the Jabotabek area, including the latest location at Barnyard Kemang.

ėtė ice cream Thailand offers Shine Muscat Cheese and The One Caramel Cracker

ėtė ice cream Thailand has introduced a new fruit tea-flavored Shine Muscat Cheese ice cream made with green tea and infused with the sweet and tangy taste of Shine Muscat grapes. This unique ice cream also features a cheese filling.

Another recent launch from the brand is The One Caramel Cracker, which offers a sweet aroma and creamy texture, combined with a rich, buttery caramel sauce in every bite. It is topped with a crispy coating for a delightful crunch.

Fitbar introduces new protein bar for fitness enthusiasts

Fitbar, Indonesia’s leading healthy snack bar brand, has introduced the Fitbar Protein Bar, catering to fitness enthusiasts. This tasty and nutritious protein bar features the rich taste of dark chocolate and is packed with protein-rich ingredients, including whey protein.

This product combines caffeine and vitamins B1 and B3 to boost energy and focus during workouts, plus it’s packed with fiber for optimal digestion. This innovative product offers a combination of energy, focus, and digestive benefits in one bar.

Nestle Cerelac Nutribites Rusk is now available in Malaysia

Nestle Cerelac Nutribites Rusk (180g) is now available in Malaysia. The new rusk is imported from Italy and is nutritionally packed with iron, calcium, vitamin B1, B2 and B6 for the developmental needs of little ones from 12 months and above. The rusk is easy to hold, nutritoius and has the right texture ahd melts in the mouth. It is also baked, not fried.

Get yours now on Nestle’s Lactogrow Official Store.

Oriental Kopi expands product range with new exciting launches including CNY hampers

Oriental Kopi has expanded its packaged offerings with the launch of the all-new Teh Halia (Ginger Tea), which uses high-quality Ceylon black tea from Sri Lanka and is specially infused with spicy ginger.

Other new products include:

Thick Chicken Biscuit: Crafted with premium wheat flour, rich peanut, and natural spices, combined with the unique flavors of winter melon, maltose, and sesame.

Oriental Prawn Mee: A noodle that lets you effortlessly prepare a bowl of rich, spicy sweet prawn mee at home.

Curry Laksa Mee: Crafted with 8 premium spices (chili, galangal, garlic, lemongrass, and more) combined with fresh coconut milk and curry leaves, to create a rich, flavorful, and aromatic curry laksa broth that will make each bite irresistible.

Rendang Paste: Crafted with a blend of coconut milk, ginger, garlic, lemongrass, chili, and a mix of traditional spices. The Rendang Paste delivers a rich and flavourful taste that’s absolutely delightful.

Hainanese Chicken Rice Paste: Made with a perfect blend of ginger, garlic, and premium spices, following traditional technique to cook a flavourful Hainanese Chicken Rice Paste.

Additionally, Oriental offers the perfect Chinese New Year gift options with their CNY gift boxes and hampers. The Year of the Snake New Year Gift Boxes and Hampers are now available at all Oriental Kopi outlets.

 

 

 

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